In Sochi, negotiations began between Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov and his Abkhaz counterpart Inal Ardzinba.
“Today’s meeting confirms our commitment to intensive contacts and discussion of further joint actions,” Lavrov said opening the meeting.
This is Ardzinba’s first visit to Russia as the head of the Foreign Ministry of Abkhazia. Earlier it was announced that the parties plan to discuss key issues of relations between Abkhazia and Russia, as well as foreign policy coordination and regional security.
Also on December 20, Lavrov met with South Ossetian Foreign Minister Dmitry Medoev in Sochi.
“Russia is linked with Abkhazia and South Ossetia by close allied relations, which have a solid legal basis and are not subject to conjuncture. In accordance with the line approved by the President of the Russian Federation, Russia actively assists the young states of the Transcaucasus in becoming modern democratic states. strengthening their international positions, ensuring reliable security and socio-economic development. The republics are provided with comprehensive assistance in combating COVID-19 and solving other urgent tasks in various areas of interaction, “Lavrov said.
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